KidsFlash Blog
Follow the KidsFlash blog to learn more about what’s happening at the Colorado Children’s Campaign and to stay in-the-know about the issues that matter for children in our state.
The Colorado educator loan forgiveness program closes applications Jan. 15
If you are a Colorado educator, there is still time to apply for the 2022-23 cycle of the Colorado Department of Higher Education's (CHDE) Educator Loan Forgiveness program.
Upcoming affordable housing workshops in Denver and Adams counties
Colorado Housing Connects is offering virtual affordable housing workshops for Coloradans navigating eviction, rent support, basic needs assistance, mediation, and crisis budget planning in Denver and Adams counties.
Fast Fact – Jan. 13, 2023
Between 2017 and 2021, just 49% of Colorado's 3- and 4-year-olds were enrolled in preschool, as reported by their caregiver.
The 2023 legislative session begins on Monday!
The 74th Colorado General Assembly convenes on Jan. 9! The Children's Campaign team is ready to leverage its policy and advocacy expertise to support kids and families across the state. We are excited to share our 2023 Policy Priorities.
Governor’s budget includes key investments in child and family health, but more work remains to ensure access to family planning services
Gov. Polis’s proposed state budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 includes key investments in child and family health, including Medicaid coverage for doula services and donor breast milk, provider rate increases, and improvements in Medicaid access for youth in the child welfare system.
Jackie Walorski Home Visiting Reauthorization Act passed as part of Congressional Omnibus
On Dec. 29, Pres. Biden signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 into law. Many important provisions impacting children and families were included, including the Jackie Walorski Home Visiting Reauthorization Act of 2022.
Provider registration for UPK now open
The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) recently opened provider registration for Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado, which is set to launch in fall 2023. Hundreds of early childhood providers are now one step closer to serving the thousands of Colorado kids and families.
Thank you for all your support in 2022!
As we enter a new year, we at the Colorado Children’s Campaign are immensely grateful for the incredible support we received in 2022. Your continued generosity and engagement with our work allow us to advance our mission of ensuring every chance for every child.
Fast Fact – Jan. 6, 2023
The economic security of Colorado's families significantly impacts the well-being of our state's children. In 2020, 10.6% of children under 18 in Colorado (nearly 130,000 children) were living in poverty. Economic prosperity continues to vary significantly across the state.